Several cities and counties in WA have banned or limited the use of fireworks. Here's what you need to know before the holiday.

If you don't feel like braving the crowds on the National Mall for D.C.'s Independence Day extravaganza, the DMV offers a feast of fireworks around the region for those who may want to stick closer

Fireworks stands will start appearing in Tri-Cities parking lots as the legal window to sell opens in the days leading up to the 4th of July. Legal and illegal fireworks are used and abused across the Mid-Columbia during the Independence Day holiday, frequently in violation of state and local rules.